Spurs, media get together again

Part of the preseason ritual for any NBA team is the first media gathering. It’s also part social event for members of the media, many of whom haven’t seen each other in person since the season ended.

Players were herded from room to room for photos, interviews and to do public service announcements.

Spurs radio announcer Bill Schoening mentioned that he had been getting the itch to get back to basketball for the last few weeks. He will travel with the team to France and will blog the trip for the Spurs’ Web site in addition to calling the games.

Expect the summer break to be especially good for Tim Duncan. The veteran big man suffered from plantar fasciitis for much of last season. Despite his strong showing in the playoffs, having a few months off from NBA competition should have done his feet a world of good.